Pharma Bioanalytical Chemist

Cogent Scientific; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogent Scientific seeks a Pharma Bioanalytical Chemist for an onsite day shift in Indianapolis. The role focuses on chromatographic analyses, method development, and rapid data turnaround while maintaining safety and meticulous documentation in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have a chemistry background with 1–3 years pharma experience or MS with 0–1 year, and strong communication and teamwork skills. Relocation benefit may be offered.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry or related field with 1–3 years pharma experience or MS with 0–1 year.
• Strong time management skills and ability to handle urgent projects within timelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Very strong attention to detail and safety; problem-solving.
• Demonstration of excellent team player skills and cross-functional collaboration.
• High learning agility and ability to work across functions.

Responsibilities

• Perform chromatographic analyses on samples and develop methods with quick turnaround (1–2 days).
• Analyze HTS-generated samples using RP-HPLC/UPLC, LC-MS and UPLC-MS.
• Document laboratory work in notebooks or reports.
• Support instrument repairs, setup, software troubleshooting, and routine maintenance of LC, LC-MS, SFC, and UPLC-MS equipment.
• Prepare laboratory reagents.
• Analyze/triage data from multiple software.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and productive lab.

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Learning agility

Self-motivation

Education

BS in Chemistry or related field

MS in Chemistry

Tools

LC

HPLC

UPLC-MS

LC-MS

Job description

Cogent Scientific, an insourced contract research organization, is looking for the right people to accomplish our Mission: to support the life sciences industry by cultivating and empowering exceptional scientists to deliver specialized laboratory services that advance research, foster collaboration, and accelerate innovation through quality and a shared commitment to excellence. We can offer you the chance to build on your skills and knowledge while working among experts in their fields and with cutting-edge instrumentation.

Cogent Scientific offers competitive pay, attractive benefits (such as medical/dental/vision insurance; 401(k); parental leave; PTO and paid holidays; etc.) and an exciting work environment. This position may include relocation benefits as well. We aim to recruit the best people who stand out among their peers and embody our Core Values:

• Client Focused: We only succeed when our clients succeed.

• Outstanding: We deliver meticulous results through outstanding performance.

• Good: We act ethically and morally.

• Employee-Centric: We honor and support our employees.

• Nimble: We are prepared to adapt in an ever-changing industry.

• Team-Oriented: We collaborate with each other and with our clients.

We currently have a role available for a Pharma Bioanalytical Chemist.

Job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performing chromatographic method analysis on individual sample and development of methods with quick turnaround times (1 – 2 days).

• Analyzing high throughput experimentally (HTE) generated samples using standard reverse-phase HPLC and UPLC methods as well as LC-MS and UPLC-MS.

• Documenting laboratory work appropriately in laboratory notebooks and/or reports.

• Supporting instrument repairs, setup, software troubleshooting, and/or routine maintenance of LC, LC-MS, SFC, and UPLC-MS equipment.

• Preparing laboratory reagents.

• Analyzing/triaging data from a variety of software.

• Maintaining a safe, organized, and productive lab.

Job requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

• BS - Chemistry or related field with 1-3 years of industry experience (preferably pharma) or MS – Chemistry with 0-1 year of related industry experience.

• Strong time management skills and flexibility to handle urgent projects within given timelines.

• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written.

• Very strong attention to detail and safety as well as problem-solving skills.

• Demonstration of excellent team player skills.

• A high level of learning agility and the ability to work across functions.

• The ideal candidate should be enthusiastic and self-motivated, with the leadership and communication skills necessary to operate effectively in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment with flexibility and an adaptable approach to goal delivery.

This is an onsite, day shift position (approx. 8a-5p local time).

Cogent Scientific provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on any legally protected characteristic.

Additionally, if you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.

This job posting will close by 12/31/2026 or when a candidate is identified, whichever comes first.